Can't find flex tubing

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by SaltyClown, Dec 16, 2012.

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  1. Beechnut

    Beechnut Astrea Snail

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    Flexible PVC will be aquarium safe.

    One reason people use flexible PVC is its easier to plumb. Also, it doesn't restrict flow as much as 90's and 45's.

    The con is that it doesn't look as pretty and professional as hard plumbed PVC.
     
    Beechnut, Dec 17, 2012
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  2. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    Oh but it is so freakin forgiving. I much prefer spa flex
     
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  3. SaltyClown

    SaltyClown Sea Dragon

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    Is spa flex that clear tubing at Home Depot?
     
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  4. SaltyClown

    SaltyClown Sea Dragon

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    Thank you, but my sump/refug is under the stand with closed doors. Not many people will see my sump. And I really dig function/efficiency over looks when it comes to plumbing a reef.
     
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  5. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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  6. Todd_Sails

    Todd_Sails Giant Squid

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    Spa Flax tubing is awesome! I got mine at Menards. Similiar to a HD or Lowes.

    The advantage is no sharp bends, not even 45's in you return line.

    The cons- havent found any cons yet.

    I'm using 1" I got from Menards. Similar to a HD or Lowes.
     
    Todd_Sails, Dec 18, 2012
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  7. ReefPlayground

    ReefPlayground 3reef Sponsor

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    I was referring to drain-pipe flex lines, they come in 1" and 1.5" sizes.

    Generally your LFS should stock them. Pools/Spa can stock them as well, but they are usually much longer there ;p

    grey pipe in the pic

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    ReefPlayground, Dec 18, 2012
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